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Paralegal / Legal Assistant Programs in Vermont

There are no education requirements for becoming a paralegal in Vermont. There are also no licensure, regulation or certification requirements for paralegals in Vermont. Formal education for individuals seeking entry to this fast growing profession is essential in most cases. Though the paralegal profession is one of the faster growing professions nationally, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, competition for jobs is tight. Employers are seeking paralegals with substantive legal knowledge and work experience.

Choosing the right paralegal program can an opportunity to set one's self apart from the competition. There are a variety of education options offered in Vermont including online schools and campus based programs that fit most needs and goals.

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Paralegal Education Options: Things to Think About

As mentioned above, there are no paralegal education requirements in vermont. However, individuals with long term career goals in the paralegal field including joining the Vermont Paralegal Organization, obtaining national paralegal / legal assistant certification or becoming an Associate member of the Vermont Bar Association should consider formal education. There are some education requirements associated with the latter two. More information can be found can be found and accessed on Vermont Paralegal Association website (vtparalegal.googlepages.com).

The American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE) is considered an authority and resource for paralegal education and career information. The AAfPE considers a "qualified paralegal" to be one that holds an associate's, bachelor's, master's or post-degree certificate with a minor, major or concentration in paralegal. They recommend this credential be earned through an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal program, an AAfPE member school or a school that has been institutionally accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the United States Department of Education. Below are programs that meet one or an combination of these accreditation or approval recommendations. There are no ABA approved paralegal programs in Vermont.

Contact potential employers to find out what they consider most important when hiring a paralegal with regards to education and work experience. This can provide a better picture of what one needs to be competitive on the paralegal job market. Some employers in Vermont may not require any prior work experience or paralegal education, but others may.

In many areas of the country, often metropolitan or urban areas, employers consider formal paralegal education is a requirement in addition to at least a year of related work experience. A recent survey conducted by the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) found that 84% of all paralegals have a formal education of some type from a two or four year college or university.

Employers frequently look for paralegals with work experience in a specific area of law. This saves them the learning curve time spent on training. Paralegal students are often required to complete an internship as part of their program which can count toward the work experience criteria employers are looking for. If an internship is not required in your program, most law firms are more than happy to set students up with unpaid internship work.

Research paralegal programs offered in Vermont below.

Paralegal Degree Programs Offered Online in Vermont - VT

= Editor Recommended Program

Bryant & Stratton College : Bryant & Stratton College Online is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, one of the six regional accreditation agencies recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Virginia College: Virginia College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), which is an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Kaplan University - School of Legal Studies: The Paralegal Studies Department at Kaplan University, is nationally recognized and offers the top paralegal programs in the country, including one of the leading paralegal associate degree programs. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Graduates with work experience are eligible to sit for the NFPA Pace exam.

AAS in Paralegal Studies
BS in Paralegal Studies
Post-Baccalaureate Pathway to Paralegal Certificate
Advanced Start in BS Paralegal Studies
Advanced Start in BS Legal Studies
BS in Legal Studies

Herzing University Online: Herzing University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, which is an accrediting body recognized by the US Department of Education. Graduates of the AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal program are eligible to sit for the Certified Legal Assistant and Certified Paralegal exams administered by the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA).

AS in Legal Assisting and Paralegal
BS in Legal Studies

Colorado Technical University/Stonecliffe College: Stonecliffe College Online offers one of the most up to date and accredited paralegal associate degree programs in the country. Students are educated in document organization systems, handling document production, how to write legal correspondence and other relevant skills necessary for paralegal career preparation. Accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

A.S. Paralegal Studies

Everest University Online: The Everest University Online paralegal associate degree program is widely recognized for graduating some of the most qualified and successful paralegals in the country. Let Everest help you pursue your paralegal education and career goals. Request information today! Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Paralegal Associate's Degree
Paralegal Bachelor's Degree

George Washington University: This program is identical to the on-campus master's program offered at GW, but offered entirely online..

Master of Professional Studies in Paralegal Studies

Keiser University: E-Campus Online Programs. Accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which is recognized as a national accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Minnesota School of Business: Request information from the online paralegal program today. Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Certificate in Paralegal
Associate's in Paralegal
Bachelor's in Paralegal

Rasmussen College: Accredited by the The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools a national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Board of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

South University: South University is regionally accredited by the Commission on Colleges, Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The University is also a member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAfPE)

Associate's in Paralegal Studies
Bachelor's in Legal Studies

Southwest Florida College Online: Request information from the associate's in Paralegal Studies program today. Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal Degree Programs in Vermont - Campus Based

= Editor's pick

Woodbury Institute of Champlain College (formerly Woodbury College): Woodbury College is an AAfPE member school. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges, an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education.

Programs Offered: Post-Degree Certificate, Associate's, Bachelor's | Paralegal Studies

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